Wiesbaden Christmas Market 2016

Wiesbaden Christmas Market Dates 2016

Christmas Market Dates

22nd November – 23rd December 2016

Opening Times

Mon-Thu 10.30am-9pm daily
Fri-Sat 10.30am-9.30pm
Sunday noon-9pm

Welcome to the
Wiesbaden Christmas Market

When the colours blue and gold take over the scene in the
cosy light of the pre-Christmas season and transform the
place in a miraculous way, then the time has come for the
“Wiesbaden Twinkling Star Christmas Market”.

At the
Schlossplatz in Wiesbaden, amidst the picturesque setting of
the impressive parliament building of the Hessischer Landtag,
the town hall and the stately church Marktkirche, more than
130 stall-keepers offer their goods to delve among, discover
and taste, every year over the four weeks before Christmas.

Brightly lit ten metres high lilies, the symbol of the Wiesbaden
city coat of arms, are pointing the way to a world full of artistic
craftwork, ceramics and glass art, as well as culinary treats
and tempting rides.

A particular eye catcher is, next to a
Christmas crèche with life-size figures, the Christmas tree in
front of the town hall, shining with the light of about 3,000
environmentally friendly light-bulbs and decorated with about
1,000 blue and golden ribbons.

A very unusual view of the state capital provides the Ferris
wheel, which is erected on the Mauritiusplatz in der pedestrian
zone: Discover Wiesbaden in the pre-Christmas time
from a height of 40 metres, and see more than 70 brightly lit
lilies spread all over the pedestrian zone and Wilhelmstrasse.

Another highlight in the pre-Christmas period is the “ESWE Eiszeit”
with its around 800 sqm ice rink and two curling rinks
in the Warmer Damm park in front of the Hessian State
Theatre.

Here stalls decorated in a wintry, Christmas style
invite you to train for the winter activities and take a break
between skating circuits.

The food stalls offer mulled wine,
crepes and grilled delicacies, and in addition, the ca. 100 sqm
ski lodge is back again this year to warmup in.

Discover Wiesbaden

Wiesbaden is variously described as the "Nice of the North", the gateway to the Rheingau, or the city of villas. The city has an illustrious history as a health resort due to its hot springs.

The glorious architecture of the Wilhelminian era, lush parks and gardens and a wide choice of cultural events are the prominent features of this elegant city on the Rhine.

Wiesbaden is one of the oldest spa towns in Europe. Its name translates to "meadow baths," making reference to the hot springs. At one time, Wiesbaden boasted 26 hot springs. Fourteen of the springs are still flowing today.

Wiesbaden's focal point and main landmarks are the spa assembly rooms and the elegant casino, which was built in 1907 under the aegis of Kaiser Wilhelm II.

The area near to the spa assembly rooms has many restaurants, offering fine dining in elegant surroundings, one such example is the Käfer’s, inside the spa centre.

Other highlights in Wiesbaden include the Hessian State Theatre, the impressive old and new town hall plus the historical old quarter, with its former palace, which today is used as the seat of the Hessian state parliament.

In addition visitors will be able to discover further architectural splendours, such as a Russian Church on the Neroberg hill, a neo-Gothic Market Church as well as the baroque Biebrich Palace on the banks of the river Rhine.

For eating out traditional regional dishes are served at a variety of restaurants in the old quarter, including at the Dortmunder and Weinhaus Kögler. The lively Goldgasse is lined with restaurants offering a wide range of international cuisine.

Wiesbaden Top-Rated Hotels

Town Hotel Wiesbaden
Nice hotel located within an easy walk to the Kurhaus, central square, tourist information and many restaurants. Modern, average size room, and a very nice bathroom.

#2

Dorint Pallas Wiesbaden
The hotel was located within walking distance of downtown. Very beautiful location across from a large park. The hotel was very accommodating to international guests.

#3

Hotel Oranien Wiesbaden
The staff was friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The location near the downtown area made it very convenient to walk to almost everything.

#4

Motel One Wiesbaden
Our room was spotlessly clean and large, though a bit dated. Our beds were very firm, and the interior courtyard side of the hotel is quiet, though the train station is less than 200 meters away.

Hessen Ticket

Buy a one day German Rail Länder Ticket and you could explore all the Christmas Markets in the state of Hessen for one amazing price of:One passenger: €32Extra person: €0Unlimited travel, one price, through out Hessen (see map above) for up to 5 people, 9 a.m. until 3 a.m. of the following day and on Saturday, Sunday and bank holidays from 0a.m. until 3 a.m. Valid on all local trains (Interregio-Express, Regional-Express, Regionalbahn, S-Bahn). Prices quoted are for 2016 ticket machine purchases only.

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